The annual Top 200 Design Influencers, presented by Fixr, is a prestigious list that recognizes excellence and innovation in the design industry. Fixr employs a rigorous methodology to assemble this exclusive compilation of home design visionaries, based on innovation, expertise, and influence in the industry. Fixr’s methodology analyzes each influencer’s social media and online presence, […]

(American Society of interior Designers, Illinois). On Thursday, Sept. 13, the American Society of Interior Designers – Illinois Chapter (ASID-IL), held its 15TH annual Design Excellence Awards and Celebration of Design Gala. The 2018 Design Excellence Award winners were announced during the celebration at Marshall’s Landing in the historic Merchandise Mart. Joan Kaufman, FASID as […]

Naperville Interior Designer Joan Kaufman receives 2016 Designer of Distinction Award. The Illinois Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) recently announced Joan Kaufman as the recipient of its 2016 Designer of Distinction Award. Every year, ASID honors those who advance the interior design profession and, in the process, demonstrate and celebrate the […]

Join Joan Kaufman and other industry experts in a panel discussion about the real world challenges of green home design! The panel is hosted by ASID-IL and USCBG Illinois on Thursday, August 3, at @ExquisiteSurfaces in the Merchandise Mart. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/its-not-easy-being-green-join-asid-il-usgbc-il-for-a-conversation-about-the-real-world-challenges-tickets-35578371868

A restaurant and an animal care facility are a step closer to opening in the village following positive recommendations Thursday from the Deerfield Plan Commission. The commission unanimously recommended special use permits in separate votes for City Barbeque in the Deerbrook Shopping Center and the Deerfield Animal Care Center on Waukegan Road. To see this […]

Interior Planning & Design, Inc. has been awarded the 2015 ASID Design Excellence Award. Ryan Hill Realty Ribbon cutting: You can see a little of the space with the led colored lighting and soffits in the background… Ceremony honors interior designers

“The 2015 ASID Fellows are recognized for their significant contributions toward improving the built environment and its effect on the human experience,” said Sonya Dufner, FASID, chair of the ASID Council of Fellows and principal and director of workplace strategy at Gensler. Joan Kaufman, ASID Principal of Interior Planning & Design, Inc., Kaufman is a […]

We are pleased to announce that Interior Planning Design, Inc. has won the 2015 ASID Design Award in the category of Contract Project by a Small Firm for the innovative design of the Springbrook Animal Care Center in Naperville, IL. To see this complete project click here!

The American Society of Interior Designers bestowed the National Presidential Citation Award to Joan Kaufman, ASID for Outstanding Vision, Dedication, and Commitment to Excellence as a Director of the ASID National Board. Kaufman, the past President of the Illinois Chapter of ASID, currently serves as the chair for the Illinois Interior Licensing Board.

Joan Kaufman was selected by WGN Radio to be featured in their “Ask the Experts” segment of the Bill Moller show. Bill asked Joan to explain Feng Shui and also share her knowledge of green products with the audience. Listen here.

Joan Kaufman designed the interior of Springbrook Animal Care Center in Naperville with the emphasis on eco-friendly products and materials. The walls are painted in soothing bands of color earth tones and the flooring is designed to resist scratching from dog paws and accidents. Joan Kaufman is a Naperville-based LEED certified interior designer and space […]

The project stood out among the entries not only for the aesthetically pleasing interplay of the architectural lighting and ceiling elements as well as the creation of individual spaces within the setting, but also the color palette, materials selection, and grid patterns in the rugs and bookcases. The space incorporates a variety of lighting sources, […]

Interior designer Joan Kaufman, a member of the American Society of Interior Designers, was honored by the organization with the Chapter Medalist award. Kaufman served on the society’s national board of directors for 2012-13 and is chairwoman of the Illinois State Board of Interior Design. The ASID Chapter Medalist Award is the highest award bestowed […]

Feng Shui consultant and Interior Designer Joan Kaufman, of Naperville, IL firm Interior Planning and Design, Inc. and Chicago Feng Shui, Ltd., continues the tradition of creating a holiday display to benefit the Rialto Square Theater in Joliet. The designer has participated in the event since its inception by creating trees and wreaths to benefit […]

Interior Planning & Design Inc. designed the open space with ample natural lighting and sustainable materials. The Springbrook Animal Care Center in south Naperville is intended to soothe both pets and owners, while offering an environmentally friendly working space for staff and doctors. Read full announcement here.